I have to admit that I had reservations when it comes to eating Asian at a place owned by anyone but Asian origins. I thought such a place could be super stylish but the food would never beat an authentic Chinese or Japanese. That is why I neglected Novikov, Asian restaurant operated by a Russian company for quite […]
Category Archives: Cities In Style
Champagne Brunch in Istanbul: Konsolos
posted by girlcoolhunting
I am often asked where to questions when it comes to Istanbul. And one of the key topics is always about breakfast…I have my usual suspects like Assk Kahve and Lucca but time to time I enjoy spicing it up and discovering new venues. Here is my latest venture…Located in the ever popular Sishane/Pera neighbourhood, Konsolos offers champagne […]
January
16
Cold, very cold winter but in style
posted by girlcoolhunting
Brr it is so cold in Istanbul and what to wear is a big question mark. just the time to get a little inspiration from real people on streets. I am not such a fan of all black. But this one is right on spot…Just perfect for an afternoon stroll on a sunny but cold Istanbul […]
June
17
Where to go to breakfast in NYC ? Joseph Leonard (New York City hot spot)
posted by girlcoolhunting
Joseph Leonard, a lovely, lovely place in NY, down in West Village is perhaps a never disappointing favorite in New York to get a good brunch. Hands down, it has lovely food but I really love the feel of this small cafe. It has a bohemian feel which is really refreshing after all Nordic inspired cafes […]
February
01
Istanbul’s newest fine dining spot: Rudolf Istanbul
posted by girlcoolhunting
Istanbul is becoming a more interesting dining scene every passing day. Fine dining here is not cheap, rules of fine dining are not as established, not easy to have the exotic ingredients. Yet you may still get wonderful finds… Rudolf Istanbul is by fat the most impressive restaurant that is opened in the past months…It is […]
January
09
Nopi London-Can healthy be yummy and trendy?
posted by girlcoolhunting
Newest addition from Yotam Lenghi, Otto Lenghi’s creator, NOPI London has amazed me in many ways. Of course the food was yummy -you expect no less from Mr Lengi but this time kudos to him for such amazing interiors. It has a Scandinavian vibe with soft and basic colors, airy setting and a minimalist decoration but […]
June
25
My Top 3 Breakfast spots in London
posted by girlcoolhunting
Just now a very dear friend asked for my Top London breakfast spots…There are numerous alternatives but being a foodie my expectations have always been a tad higher. So here are my favourites: 1) For style hunters: 202 Westbourne Grove. The place is actually called 202 . It is where style meets great food. A to […]
April
30
101Tastes of Istanbul
posted by girlcoolhunting
I really have to stop writing about food. Seriously. It is almost bikini season and here I am eating, talking,eating and talking about food over and over again. A girl has to to what she has to do though. I checked out TimeOut Istanbul`s Food Festival last Sunday and tasted amaaaaaaaaaazing food from Istanbul`s best […]
I feel like escaping. Do you?
posted by girlcoolhunting
I have been thinking about this for sometime now. Are we feeling bored of our times or worse do we want to get rid of 2012 already? I do not want to sound blue, but I am sure you are noticing the not so new trend of nostalgia? Mad Men is the most favourite TV […]
